Steelers Try Rodgers Hack. Cats Call It a Nap Move.

Watching the Steelers toss an ‘unusual’ UFA tender at Aaron Rodgers is like watching a human try to open a can without an opposable thumb. Lots of noise, very little payout. A tender for Rodgers—impressive, if you enjoy paperwork and whispered speculation over actual results. Humans call it strategy. Cats call it sitting on the fence, which, coincidentally, is our specialty. But at least when we do it, we look good and don’t confuse anyone. The Steelers’ move is apparently designed to keep their options “open, ” which is something I do every time I spot a sunbeam—except I actually get what I want. The NFL world now wonders if this rare chess move will spark a new trend. I doubt it. Most teams prefer chasing their own tails the traditional way. As for this so-called secret weapon? Let’s just say, it’s about as hidden as a cat in a cardboard box—obvious to those who know where to look. (Based on: real news about the Steelers’ UFA tender to Aaron Rodgers)